1.80 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

This transparent Colombian emerald weighs 1.80 carats, and presents an asscher octagon outline with precise dimensions of 7.47 by 6.95 by 4.81 millimeters, and an asscher cut that emphasizes step facets and a deep pavilion, producing a refined interplay of light and color. The stone displays vivid green color intensity, a clarity grade of slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and an excellent polish that contributes to crisp facet junctions and bright facet reflections. The enhancement is standard, applied to stabilize and improve visual clarity and color, and the finishing quality is consistent with high grade cutting and polishing practices. Photographs provided show the gem in hand scale, demonstrating its presence as a substantial center stone for a ring setting or a statement pendant, while the cut proportions and polish maximize its brilliance and color distribution when viewed face up.

From a gemological and practical perspective this emerald combines desirable proportions with natural character, the depth measures approximately sixty seven percent of the average diameter, a proportion that supports optical depth without compromising table brilliance. The asscher cut, with its stepped facets and clipped corners, yields a sophisticated, architectural appearance, and the excellent polish ensures the facet planes remain reflective and durable under normal wear. The slightly included clarity is typical and expected in natural emeralds, inclusions that are internal hallmarks of origin and formation, and that often create a soft internal texture that enhances perceived color saturation. The standard enhancement applied to this stone improves transparency and stability, and is a conventional, accepted treatment in the trade, nonetheless routine care considerations apply, including avoiding sustained exposure to heat or harsh chemical cleaners, and consulting a professional jeweler for any future restoration or re-oiling needs.

When compared to lab grown emeralds, natural Colombian material offers distinct and verifiable advantages that are relevant to collectors and clients seeking long term distinction. Natural emeralds from Colombia are formed through geological processes over millions of years, producing growth structures, hue zoning, and internal inclusions that serve as a geological signature and a proof of origin, and these features underpin provenance, historical continuity, and rarity in a way that lab grown material cannot replicate. Lab grown stones can match natural emeralds in chemical composition and basic optical properties, and they can offer attractive price points and gemological consistency, however they lack the unique formation history and the natural inclusions that contribute to character and collectibility. Natural stones, especially those with vivid color and quality cutting, tend to retain intrinsic value and desirability among connoisseurs, and they offer a narrative of origin and natural formation that enhances their appeal in bespoke jewelry and heirloom pieces. At The Natural Emerald Company we emphasize source transparency, and we can provide documentation and guidance on certification, setting recommendations, and long term care, ensuring that the natural qualities of this Colombian asscher emerald are preserved and appreciated for generations.